Title: Leave the lights on and have a good one
Post by: mike(liverpool boys) on June 04, 2010, 09:20:56 am
For those of us not making the trip can we not turn the lights out this year ???
For those of you that are making it,have a fantastic trip,drink loads for the absentees and I look forward to the aftermath stories and pictures ;D
Mike (not jealous much)
For those of you that are making it,have a fantastic trip,drink loads for the absentees and I look forward to the aftermath stories and pictures ;D
Mike (not jealous much)
Title: Re: Leave the lights on and have a good one
Post by: smokie on June 04, 2010, 10:00:57 am
Yep, from another jealous stay-at-home, hope y'all have safe journeys and a fantastic time down there.
Title: Re: Leave the lights on and have a good one
Post by: Kev_mk3 on June 04, 2010, 10:52:37 am
Have fun & safe frolics at Lemans ill be awaiting tales and phones on your return :)
Title: Re: Leave the lights on and have a good one
Post by: amazing 1 on June 04, 2010, 02:42:53 pm
Yep, from another jealous stay-at-home, hope y'all have safe journeys and a fantastic time down there.
WTF ?
No Smokie ?
No Doris ?
And I have not heard much from George/Steve.
Is he coming ? George ?
Title: Re: Leave the lights on and have a good one
Post by: Steve Pyro on June 04, 2010, 03:17:21 pm
And I have not heard much from George/Steve.
Is he coming ? George ?
;D
Title: Re: Leave the lights on and have a good one
Post by: Lorry on June 04, 2010, 04:22:29 pm
I suspect that the drop off rate for old timers is high this year :(
Its just not as much fun as it used to be, and the ACO are such hard work for nothing. Plus for the Brits, do we really care if Audi or Peugeot win, and the booze isn't cheap any more. Its a lot of effort
Our team appears to be disbanding, so it may just be me next year, if I can be bothered. For the same money I can go somewhere else and watch the videos
Its just not as much fun as it used to be, and the ACO are such hard work for nothing. Plus for the Brits, do we really care if Audi or Peugeot win, and the booze isn't cheap any more. Its a lot of effort
Our team appears to be disbanding, so it may just be me next year, if I can be bothered. For the same money I can go somewhere else and watch the videos
Title: Re: Leave the lights on and have a good one
Post by: mike(liverpool boys) on June 04, 2010, 04:33:21 pm
I suspect that the drop off rate for old timers is high this year :(
Its just not as much fun as it used to be, and the ACO are such hard work for nothing. Plus for the Brits, do we really care if Audi or Peugeot win, and the booze isn't cheap any more. Its a lot of effort
Our team appears to be disbanding, so it may just be me next year, if I can be bothered. For the same money I can go somewhere else and watch the videos
Its just not as much fun as it used to be, and the ACO are such hard work for nothing. Plus for the Brits, do we really care if Audi or Peugeot win, and the booze isn't cheap any more. Its a lot of effort
Our team appears to be disbanding, so it may just be me next year, if I can be bothered. For the same money I can go somewhere else and watch the videos
Im blaming it on the credit crunch and gordon brown ::)
Give it a couple of years of not going and im sure it will regain its magic ;D
Title: Re: Leave the lights on and have a good one
Post by: Lorry on June 04, 2010, 05:26:45 pm
I'm blaming Gordon Brown for everything as he's frozen the banking system, and if the current idiots do anything there'll be an avalanche
Title: Re: Leave the lights on and have a good one
Post by: Brad Zarse on June 04, 2010, 05:49:38 pm
Im also scratching around to justify it this year - it's an awesome weekend, but for the money, we could go somewhere we've never been before - booze isn't that cheap, the weather is never guaranteed and with resources dwindling, it might be the last one for a while.
But I think I've said that most years, and I only missed last year because of my wedding......
But I think I've said that most years, and I only missed last year because of my wedding......
Title: Re: Leave the lights on and have a good one
Post by: jpchenet on June 04, 2010, 06:05:09 pm
Im also scratching around to justify it this year - it's an awesome weekend, but for the money, we could go somewhere we've never been before - booze isn't that cheap, the weather is never guaranteed and with resources dwindling, it might be the last one for a while.
But I think I've said that most years, and I only missed last year because of my wedding......
But I think I've said that most years, and I only missed last year because of my wedding......
Add to that the fact that you are "Official Founder of the "I'm never missing Le-Mans again" club....." and I'm guessing you'll be there next year!! ;-)
Title: Re: Leave the lights on and have a good one
Post by: Jay (Team Cannonball) on June 04, 2010, 06:48:26 pm
I missed last year for the 1st time (to get wed) in 7 and trust me when it came 3pm on Saturday sitting watching the start on Europsort I said never again will I miss this. This year the anticipation is far greater as a result
Stay away for a year only makes the hunger come back.
Stay away for a year only makes the hunger come back.
Title: Re: Leave the lights on and have a good one
Post by: mike(liverpool boys) on June 05, 2010, 04:10:32 pm
Just got my holiday schedule this morning for my training at gosport next year. Thursday night to monday could be done next year as long as funds allow it ;D
Title: Re: Leave the lights on and have a good one
Post by: Snoring Rhino on June 05, 2010, 06:13:27 pm
Im also scratching around to justify it this year - it's an awesome weekend, but for the money, we could go somewhere we've never been before - booze isn't that cheap, the weather is never guaranteed and with resources dwindling, it might be the last one for a while.
But I think I've said that most years, and I only missed last year because of my wedding......
Oyi, I bought you up better than this, try planning in advance....you'll be there.But I think I've said that most years, and I only missed last year because of my wedding......
Title: Re: Leave the lights on and have a good one
Post by: Martini...LB on June 05, 2010, 10:31:26 pm
I will keep the lights on, in Guernsey, until I go to the Isle of Man next week on a corporate do AND i have a photographers pass for the racing... how good is that. Sad to be miss the LM24 but will be going to the Classic with a great bunch of guys from the North East - Alfa fans and drivers.
>Martini...LB
>Martini...LB
Title: Re: Leave the lights on and have a good one
Post by: Barry on June 05, 2010, 10:42:04 pm
See you at the Classic, are you on MB?
Title: Re: Leave the lights on and have a good one
Post by: Kristof on June 05, 2010, 11:27:03 pm
We're off to LM ! See you guys over there ... for those who can't make it, you will be flooded with pictures ;D
Probably back online on Mondayevening !
Probably back online on Mondayevening !
Title: Re: Leave the lights on and have a good one
Post by: Barry on June 06, 2010, 01:06:00 am
Have a safe trip , see you in a field in France.
Title: Re: Leave the lights on and have a good one
Post by: Gordonwr on June 06, 2010, 01:14:17 am
Will be leaving within the hour, all packed up ( I'm still amazed how it all fits in the quattro ) and ready to go.
Had a good day at Chatsworth and for once it was sunny with no rain !! The usual collection of some trying to protect their priceless toys , and the nutters at the water splash wihthout any water giving it large and taking to the grass for 50yds or so just missing the rather solid trees! The guys in the " buggies " were loopy, putting it mildly!!
Looking forward to seeing some of you over the water, have a safe trip everybody !!
Had a good day at Chatsworth and for once it was sunny with no rain !! The usual collection of some trying to protect their priceless toys , and the nutters at the water splash wihthout any water giving it large and taking to the grass for 50yds or so just missing the rather solid trees! The guys in the " buggies " were loopy, putting it mildly!!
Looking forward to seeing some of you over the water, have a safe trip everybody !!
Title: Re: Leave the lights on and have a good one
Post by: Brad Zarse on June 06, 2010, 01:23:38 am
I hate this bit - the stories of everyone leaving early, and being itching to get out there......
My the party planning and building commence!
My the party planning and building commence!
Title: Re: Leave the lights on and have a good one
Post by: Martini...LB on June 06, 2010, 11:31:57 am
See you at the Classic, are you on MB?
Hi Bazzer, I am at the LazyB ranch on MB with Dr Sconefinger and his northern chums.
See you there, this year I am going to make a huge effort to visit more cars and see more racing. I am in training at the moment as it is 10.30 on a sunday morning and I have not had a drink, Sconey is in training too, in Devon on holiday with his family. It's a hard life.
>Martini...LB
Title: Re: Leave the lights on and have a good one
Post by: termietermite on June 06, 2010, 11:58:43 am
The sun's trying to peep throught the clouds so we're setting off for Jacobins shortly. Please don't turn off those lights as I should be back later with a few pics (assuming no repeat of last year when I discovered my poor camera had suffered more than I'd realised in the crash. Never mind, nice new D300 to play with ;D - there has to be some compensation).
All those leaving today - drive carefully and beware of the flics (don't forget they like motorway services areas and their 50/30 limits too!)
All those leaving today - drive carefully and beware of the flics (don't forget they like motorway services areas and their 50/30 limits too!)
Title: Re: Leave the lights on and have a good one
Post by: Fran on June 06, 2010, 04:08:13 pm
Right - its finally stopped raining in Manchester long enough to get the car packed up! Managed to squeeze the pushbike in (although it seems much bigger and heavier than my previous pushies....)
Should be leaving in about half an hour and getting to Expo Tuesday afternoon (scenic route, not Sunday driver, honest .....) - just got to re-re-check "The Folder"!
Safe journey everyone, see you over there...... :)
F
Should be leaving in about half an hour and getting to Expo Tuesday afternoon (scenic route, not Sunday driver, honest .....) - just got to re-re-check "The Folder"!
Safe journey everyone, see you over there...... :)
F
Title: Re: Leave the lights on and have a good one
Post by: smokie on June 06, 2010, 06:20:34 pm
I'll be at work... Mrs is away this week though so spent yesterday afternoon/evening on some very strong cider, went to one of the local Indian's for the buffet Sunday lunch and I have a night planned out on Wed to a blues piano gig in Marlow (or somewhere that way). Will be checking in here though...
Title: Re: Leave the lights on and have a good one
Post by: Stu on June 06, 2010, 06:47:38 pm
I'll be off within the hour. Decided to leave everything until today and can't find everything. I'll survive though. Got the tickets passport and breakdown so I'll see everyone tomorrow afternoon.
Safe Journey everyone.
Safe Journey everyone.
Title: Re: Leave the lights on and have a good one
Post by: NorwayNick on June 07, 2010, 07:46:47 am
Have a safe trip
Title: Re: Leave the lights on and have a good one
Post by: Brad Zarse on June 07, 2010, 09:59:29 am
stomach has butterflies, my excitement level has built to overflowing, the packing is half done, the car already has no room, and I still need to think about clothing.....DOH!!
I'm heading to Paul Zarse's house tomorrow evening, at which point, the carnage can commence!!
I'm heading to Paul Zarse's house tomorrow evening, at which point, the carnage can commence!!
Title: Re: Leave the lights on and have a good one
Post by: Kev_mk3 on June 07, 2010, 10:24:24 am
Have fun guys the mrs sky is programed to record the race so ill be getting beer goggled while watching the race :D
Title: Re: Leave the lights on and have a good one
Post by: Lawnmower Man on June 07, 2010, 10:26:34 am
The car is packed,
Passort checked.
Tickets checked
Money type E checked
Money type F checked
Driving Licence checked
Sounds like I'm ready might as well set off now.
See you tomorrow.
t
Passort checked.
Tickets checked
Money type E checked
Money type F checked
Driving Licence checked
Sounds like I'm ready might as well set off now.
See you tomorrow.
t
Title: Re: Leave the lights on and have a good one
Post by: mike(liverpool boys) on June 07, 2010, 10:29:34 am
This is torture watching everyone setting off :'(
I really shouldn't keep coming on here.
I really shouldn't keep coming on here.
Title: Re: Leave the lights on and have a good one
Post by: TobyAnscombe on June 07, 2010, 10:52:53 am
T minus 2 days.....
Not that I am counting much ;D ;D ;D
Not that I am counting much ;D ;D ;D
Title: Re: Leave the lights on and have a good one
Post by: nopanic - neil on June 07, 2010, 11:01:00 am
T minus 2 days.....
Not that I am counting much ;D ;D ;D
Not that I am counting much ;D ;D ;D
Toby, did'nt think I would see you count the days to Le Mans! ::)
but the hours - Yes ;D
Title: Re: Leave the lights on and have a good one
Post by: Doris on June 07, 2010, 11:08:35 am
This is torture watching everyone setting off :'(
I really shouldn't keep coming on here.
I really shouldn't keep coming on here.
I know exactly what you mean, Mike.
Dx
Title: Re: Leave the lights on and have a good one
Post by: pretzel on June 07, 2010, 11:13:30 am
T minus 2 days.....
Not that I am counting much ;D ;D ;D
Not that I am counting much ;D ;D ;D
Toby, did'nt think I would see you count the days to Le Mans! ::)
but the hours - Yes ;D
Isn't it time you booked your ferry crossing Neil ?
Title: Re: Leave the lights on and have a good one
Post by: TobyAnscombe on June 07, 2010, 11:24:51 am
T minus 2 days.....
Not that I am counting much ;D ;D ;D
Not that I am counting much ;D ;D ;D
Toby, did'nt think I would see you count the days to Le Mans! ::)
but the hours - Yes ;D
Can't count that high, I run out of toes at 11....
Title: Re: Leave the lights on and have a good one
Post by: Robspot on June 07, 2010, 11:44:31 am
What on earth am I doing at work this week? Very bad planning. Will slope off tomorrow afternoon then it's all aboard the funmobile heading South ;D
Title: Re: Leave the lights on and have a good one
Post by: Brad Zarse on June 07, 2010, 01:02:39 pm
except first you have to head north east :)
Title: Re: Leave the lights on and have a good one
Post by: Andy Zarse on June 07, 2010, 04:28:48 pm
Fancy driving the support vehicle at the IoM TT?
Title: Re: Leave the lights on and have a good one
Post by: Mike on June 07, 2010, 09:21:23 pm
Bag packed, support van being loaded tomorrow then off at early o clock in the Healey on Wednesday for a full english before the ferry and several pints on the ferry - it's tough being a passenger!
Due to hit MB Thursday lunchtime where the advance crew better be waiting with cold beer and a fully erect tent!
It will be sunny!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Due to hit MB Thursday lunchtime where the advance crew better be waiting with cold beer and a fully erect tent!
It will be sunny!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Title: Re: Leave the lights on and have a good one
Post by: Jules G on June 08, 2010, 11:39:46 am
I'm outa here ;D, next stop Duxford to pick Stan up, then the train and Rouen tonight.
Have a safe trip down guys and girls.
See you on MB ;D
Have a safe trip down guys and girls.
See you on MB ;D
Title: Re: Leave the lights on and have a good one
Post by: mike(liverpool boys) on June 08, 2010, 12:50:25 pm
Wheres my van keys??? Im sure she wont even notice im missing till at least saturday ::)
I miss french rain and mud ;D
I miss french rain and mud ;D
Title: Re: Leave the lights on and have a good one
Post by: Brad Zarse on June 08, 2010, 12:55:44 pm
Do it. If she kicks off, I have a big spade, and a large supply of concrete - she'd make a great foundation for a new patio......
You're a scouser - surely you can just pretend someone mugged you and held you hostage for 6 days?? That sort of thing happens all the time in Scouse land doesn't it?!? :)
You're a scouser - surely you can just pretend someone mugged you and held you hostage for 6 days?? That sort of thing happens all the time in Scouse land doesn't it?!? :)
Title: Re: Leave the lights on and have a good one
Post by: Brian(Liverpool boys) on June 08, 2010, 01:05:54 pm
Brad, he is only an honorary Scouser, Mike, is a proud Scot.
Title: Re: Leave the lights on and have a good one
Post by: mike(liverpool boys) on June 08, 2010, 01:07:02 pm
Im a Scottish based addopted scouser ;D its a lot safer in my neck of the woods :P
Title: Re: Leave the lights on and have a good one
Post by: Brad Zarse on June 08, 2010, 06:29:15 pm
Right.
Team Zarse departing early doors tomorrow - but I will be Southampton bound in a minute.
First Stop - A gig in Southampton - Taylor Hawkins from Foo Fighters new band.
Next stop, Paul Zarses house - and a little sleep.
Then its La Sarthe bound traffic only.
This is Brad Zarse (he he he he) SIGNING OFF!!!!!
MAY THE CARNAGE COMMENCE!!!
Team Zarse departing early doors tomorrow - but I will be Southampton bound in a minute.
First Stop - A gig in Southampton - Taylor Hawkins from Foo Fighters new band.
Next stop, Paul Zarses house - and a little sleep.
Then its La Sarthe bound traffic only.
This is Brad Zarse (he he he he) SIGNING OFF!!!!!
MAY THE CARNAGE COMMENCE!!!
Title: Re: Leave the lights on and have a good one
Post by: knetter on June 08, 2010, 07:55:28 pm
That's it, I am off, have a good trip everyone! See you tomorrow in a damp field in france
Title: Re: Leave the lights on and have a good one
Post by: pretzel on June 08, 2010, 09:01:55 pm
Off to Pompey at stupid o'clock to cach the early ferry tomorrow (travelling across from Wales).
Enjoy yourselves those that are left behind in Blighty.
Pete B.
Enjoy yourselves those that are left behind in Blighty.
Pete B.
Title: Re: Leave the lights on and have a good one
Post by: Steve Pyro on June 08, 2010, 11:23:23 pm
Hasta la vista. I'm off at sparrow fart o'clock in the morning. See you in CA Bleu Nord.
To those leaving the light on .... hope it's an energy saving lamp!
To those leaving the light on .... hope it's an energy saving lamp!
Title: Re: Leave the lights on and have a good one
Post by: Snoring Rhino on June 08, 2010, 11:26:41 pm
That's the bike loaded, up nice and early and off to Pompy, Tally Ho! safe journey everyone.
Title: Re: Leave the lights on and have a good one
Post by: redstu on June 09, 2010, 12:02:12 am
Leaving Newcastle at 6am, should be on bn at about 9!
Title: Re: Leave the lights on and have a good one
Post by: nopanic - neil on June 09, 2010, 12:13:51 am
Car almost packed, last bits tomorrow.
Wen am, Off to Bath - funeral :(
But then off to Portsmouth - Beer & Meal with other CA's and then Ferry and THEN - LE MANS. YEAAAAAAA ;D
To all traveling in the next few days, drive carefully and have a Rozzer free trip!
Wen am, Off to Bath - funeral :(
But then off to Portsmouth - Beer & Meal with other CA's and then Ferry and THEN - LE MANS. YEAAAAAAA ;D
To all traveling in the next few days, drive carefully and have a Rozzer free trip!
Title: Re: Leave the lights on and have a good one
Post by: Kpy on June 09, 2010, 07:19:20 am
Leaving home in 5 minutes. Should be in Le Mans before lunch.
Have a good one everyone - and see a few of you over the weekend.
Have a good one everyone - and see a few of you over the weekend.
Title: Re: Leave the lights on and have a good one
Post by: LangTall on June 09, 2010, 07:39:27 am
Ok, don't play with fire kids when we are away! Hope to be in Le Mans around 1600!
Title: Re: Leave the lights on and have a good one
Post by: Andy Zarse on June 09, 2010, 08:25:21 am
Zarsemobile 1 rolling 8)
Title: Re: Leave the lights on and have a good one
Post by: TobyAnscombe on June 09, 2010, 08:58:17 am
First phase of Team Messy Houx Annexe is out the door.......
Smoke me a kipper, I'll be back for breakfast!
Smoke me a kipper, I'll be back for breakfast!
Title: Re: Leave the lights on and have a good one
Post by: Rhino on June 09, 2010, 07:32:45 pm
See you later 8)
Title: Re: Leave the lights on and have a good one
Post by: Bonio on June 09, 2010, 11:15:37 pm
Right im gonking out , Got a early train to get in the morning .... ;D
Safe journey everyone.
Safe journey everyone.
Title: Re: Leave the lights on and have a good one
Post by: garyfrogeye on June 10, 2010, 12:15:33 am
I'm all packed up and the Frogeye has been fed and watered. Leaving at 6.30am tomorrow and heading fro the Tunnel. See you there. ;D
